Human Trafficking in [Brunei Darussalam] [other countries]
Street Children in [Brunei Darussalam] [other countries]
Child Prostitution in [Brunei Darussalam] [other countries]
 

Child Prostitution

The Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children

State of Brunei Darussalam [ Country-by-Country Reports ]

The State of Brunei Darussalam [map], a small, wealthy monarchy located on the north coast of Borneo, is a sultanate ruled by the same family for 600 years. Its two sections, separated by Brunei Bay, are surrounded by Sarawak, Malaysia. Its capital and major port is Bandar Seri Begawan. The government provides for all medical services and free education through the university level and subsidizes rice and housing. Brunei's leaders are concerned that steadily increased integration in the world economy will undermine internal social cohesion. Plans for the future include upgrading the labor force, reducing unemployment, strengthening the banking and tourist sectors, and, in general, further widening the economic base beyond oil and gas.

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ECPAT – On-line form for reporting child prostitution and other sexual offences against children

Quick Search for Missing Children - Select Gender, Country (Brunei) and Years Missing

National Plan of Action

Bur of Democracy, Human Rights & Labor - Country Reports on Human Rights Practices - 2005

CHILDREN - With a few exceptions, involving small villages in extremely remote areas, nutritional standards were high and poverty was almost unknown.

Between 20 and 30 young female rape and sexual abuse victims, between 9 and 15 years of age, were housed at the government‑sponsored Taman Noor Hidayah women's shelter. The penalty for the rape of a minor is 8 to 30 years' imprisonment and caning with not fewer than 12 strokes.

TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS – A statute outlaws sexual exploitation and trafficking of women and girls. In addition, a variety of other laws, primarily those related to prostitution and the protection of minors, could be applied against sex traffickers.

Brunei Human Rights Practices, 1994

CHILDREN - There are no published statistics regarding the welfare of children.  The strong commitment to family values within society, the high standard of living, and government funding for children's welfare provides most children a healthy and nurturing environment.  With a few exceptions involving small villages in extremely remote areas, nutritional standards are high and poverty is almost unknown.  Instances of child abuse appear low, and child prostitution seems to be nonexistent.

Statement at the UN Special Session (UNGASS) On Children

Brunei is indeed fortunate not to be concerned with issues like child labor, street children, children in armed conflict and trafficking of children among others. Nonetheless, relevant agencies are available to address such issues.

Featured Article - Brunei Darussalam: Government Keen on Child Labor free Hari Raya

The Hari Raya festival, which falls on December 6^th this year, marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. However, these days also witness a steep increase in the numbers of “festive” child beggars on the streets of Brunei. Acknowledging this problem, a warning has been issued to parents and guardians to avoid exploiting their children for begging or other illegal activities or face stern punishment.

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Human Trafficking in [Brunei Darussalam] [other countries]
Street Children in [Brunei Darussalam] [other countries]
Child Prostitution in [Brunei Darussalam] [other countries]